Is there a documentary about the band TOOL?
This film is a documentary review which traces the band and their music back to their inception in 1980s, and follows their story and sound through to the present day. Featuring rare and classic TOOL performances…
Who is the founder of the band Tool?
Maynard James Keenan
Tool is an American rock band from Los Angeles. Formed in 1990, the group’s line-up includes vocalist Maynard James Keenan, guitarist Adam Jones and drummer Danny Carey. Justin Chancellor has been the band’s bassist since 1995, replacing their original bassist Paul D’Amour….Tool (band)
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How did the band Tool get their name?
In 1994, Danny Carey said the band name stands for how they want their music to be a “tool” to aid in understanding lachrymology. Lachrymology is the art of crying as a type of therapy.
What is the band Tool all about?
Maynard James Keenan
Adam JonesDanny CareyJustin ChancellorPaul D’Amour
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How did Danny Carey join Tool?
He would later find his way to Tool after coming to know singer Maynard James Keenan and guitarist Adam Jones and practicing with them in place of drummers the two had requested but had never shown up. Carey’s drumming influences include Billy Cobham, Lenny White, Tony Williams, John Bonham, and Tim Alexander.
What are Tool fans called?
insufferable retards
Tool frontman Maynard James Keenan has clarified his previous comments he made stating that his own fans are “insufferable retards”. Keenan defended himself by saying that his insults were aimed only at the “fanatics” who follow his band.
Why did Tool take so long?
“There’s a reason that Tool waited as long as they did to put the stuff up on streaming services. Because they knew they weren’t gonna be compensated for something that they worked their asses off for.”
Why did Paul leave Tool?
D’Amour left Tool in 1995. According to Danny Carey, D’Amour left the band because he wanted to play guitar rather than bass. In 2020, D’Amour explained that being in Tool felt limiting and the creative process was “excruciating and tedious”.
How does Danny Carey rank as a drummer?
43; Tool’s Danny Carey and Dave Grohl are ranked No. 26 and 27, respectively; and Neil Peart, who was voted by our own readers as music’s greatest drummer, doesn’t even crack the top 3.
Does Maynard play guitar?
He played guitar throughout the whole concert last time l went. And yes…they always put on one hell of a show.
WHY WAS Tool in a lawsuit?
In 2007, one of Jones’ friends sued Tool, claiming he’d created artwork for the band and never received credit. They handed over the matter to their insurance company — but the insurer refused to handle the claim, and when Tool contested said refusal, the company filed its own lawsuit against the group.
Why is Maynard so weird?
Apparently Maynard has an eye issue which manifests itself in a sensitivity to bright lights and flashes. It got so bad that it came close to ending his ability to perform live. When the lights get flashing and really going, it causes an almost vertigo-ish reaction that can lead to his passing out.